State v. Lima

COOKS, Judge.

11 FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Emmanuel Lima (Lima) was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, a violation of La.R.S. 40:967(A)(1). Zerangue’s Bail Bonding, Inc. (Zerangue’s) and Financial Casualty & Surety, Inc. (Financial) posted a $100,000.00 appearance bond in favor of the State of Louisiana, securing the release of Lima from the State’s custody pending trial. The bond contained a provision continuing the surety obligation through sentencing. Lima pled guilty under a plea-bargain agreement to the felony offense. The trial court set a date for…